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Upcoming Events

Voices from Hennessy Presidency Book Cover and Panelists

Feb. 7 | Voices from the Hennessy Presidency: Reflections on University Leadership—A Conversation with John Hennessy, John Etchemendy, Patricia Gumport, and Eric Knight

Mar. 16 | Exposing Muybridge: A Special Documentary Screening and Presentation on the Life and Work of a Technological Disruptor

One of the best films ever made on photography, the documentary brings the legendary photographer to life through colorful interviews with scholars, photographers, authors, and others.

Apr. 25 | Academic Freedom and Stanford: The Ross Case and Beyond

According to Prof. Emily Levine, the origin of American academic freedom began at Stanford. In this program, she will discuss academic freedom and the related issues.

Featured News

Larry Horton receives award from Charles Junkerman

SHS presents annual awards for historical writing, oral history, and volunteer service

SHS president Geoffrey Cox

Stanford Historical Society President's 2021-2022 Annual Report

Community History Lightning Talks

SHS and University Archives host History In Community conference and workshops